As infrastructure critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, BNA is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, Twitter: @Fly_Nashville and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn more about BNA® Vision, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, at BNAVision.com.

Hiring Process:

• Apply online
• Interview(s)
• Offer
• Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test
• Onboarding

 Benefits:

• Deferred compensation plans
• Educational Assistance
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• Health Screenings
• Paid Holidays
• Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave

Accepting Applications until filled

Shift: B- Shift: (2:30pm to 11:00 pm) including at least one weekend day

Starting Salary Range $57,996 - $78,906

Job Summary: The Environmental Compliance Specialist is responsible for performing environmental inspection activities related to Industrial and Construction National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan. This position responds to and ensures proper cleanup of fuel, chemical, and other fluid spills. Other responsibilities include assisting with environmental audits and ensures compliance with environmental regulations. This position will be on 24-hour call and may be required to respond either telephonically or in-person, depending upon the incident's severity. 

Essential Job Duties: 

• Routinely performs on-site environmental inspections of airport infrastructure such as runways, terminals, hangars, and drainage structures.
• Performs environmental audits related to Industrial NPDES Permits at BNA and JWN, including review of tenant records and material storage and handling practices.
• Utilizes the MNAA Geographic Information System (GIS) to record inspection activities.
• Identifies deficiencies and needed repairs and arranges for these to be fixed, documenting them in GIS as well.
• Acts as an environmental first responder in the event of an incident.
• Provides oversight and follow-up of any spill clean-up activities and acts as part of the MNAA Spill Response Team, as needed.
• Assists with annual spill response training for MNAA personnel.
• Coordinates with Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and personnel from Metropolitan Government of Nashville-Davidson County (Metro) for the issuance of permits.
• Escorts regulatory inspectors and agency representatives during inspections, as necessary.
• Makes recommendations and develops plans of action based on the results of periodic inspections.
• Identifies and reports construction problems related to environmental compliance.
• Monitors the cleaning of oil water separators and water quality structures.
• Coordinates with tenants, contractors and MNAA personnel to perform these tasks.
• Provides redundancy for water treatment plant operations.
• Attends training classes for environmental compliance programs.
• Monitors fuel storage and consumption as well as air emission permitting.
• Coordinates various other tasks related to environmental stewardship and compliance.
• Maintains regular and on-time attendance.
• Follows all safety regulations.
• Supports MNAA’s commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics: 

• Environmental Regulations: Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to airport operations and environmental compliance.
• Driving: Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
• Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
• Computer Use: Skill in using a personal computer, the internet, and other software to perform job-related functions.
• Database Management: Skill in establishing and maintaining databases, spreadsheets, and other applicable computer software applications.
• Written Expression: Ability to use words and sentences in writing so others will understand.
• Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Initiative: Displays a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Attention to Detail: Detailed and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• 1-5 years of experience in an environmental related field with a Bachelor's Degree.
• 10 years of experience without a degree.
• Valid CLASS D Driver's License
• OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification (within 180 days upon hire).
• Tennessee Level I Erosion Protection and Sediment control (EPSC) Certification (within 180 days upon hire).
• Airfield Operations Area Driving License (within 180 days upon hire).

Preferred:

• OSHA Confined Space Certification